Author: Tim Rogers
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Reports and rumors have been circulating that more Xbox games will be heading toward other platforms, including PlayStation. In response, Xbox boss Phil Spencer announced an upcoming business update event where they will share more details about their vision for the future of Xbox. We’re listening and we hear you. We’ve been planning a business update event for next week, where we look forward to sharing more details with you about our vision for the future of…
11 bit Studios The first Steam Next Fest of 2024 is here, allowing game developers to share limited-time demos of their upcoming games to get feedback and hype up players for previously unknown games. This Next Fest actually features the demos of some higher profile games, like the first public demos for Appeal Studios’ Outcast — A New Beginning, Surgent Studios’ Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, and Mintrocket’s Wakerunners. The true beauties of Steam Next Fest are the more experimental titles that tend to fly under the radar, though. With hundreds of demos available to play, it’s tough to spot the…
Xsolla, a video game commerce company, has recently published its State of Play industry report for the winter of 2024. The report highlights the latest trends, forecasts, shifts, and surprises within the industry, providing valuable insights for businesses. One of the key trends identified in the report is the growing prevalence of cloud gaming, as well as the increasing influence of women in the industry. Additionally, the report emphasizes the substantial share of mobile in annual gaming revenues, citing that mobile accounted for a significant 72% of game revenue in 2023. Increased Revenues According to Xsolla’s findings, there has been…
It’s time for G2 vs FNC once again: who is favored to win Round 2 of the 2024 LEC Winter Playoffs? Let’s find out in our match preview. Image Credit: Michal Konkol/Riot Games G2 vs FNC – LEC 2024 Winter Split Playoffs Preview – Will it be chaos? G2 and FNC have both gone through Round 1 of the LEC 2024 Winter playoffs by getting 2-0 victories. However, the two teams’ performances have been quite different. While G2 dominated GIANTX from start to finish, FNC struggled to close off Game 2 in the series against MAD Lions KOI, winning the…
The title of the best Dota 2 carry player is synonymous with Illya “Yatoro” Mulyarchuk due to his peak Dota 2 performance, ever since he won the International (TI) Championship, not once but twice. While most opponents have had the chance to face him in a professional setting to understand the sheer skill gap between Yatoro and themselves, Yatoro’s teammates don’t typically get that luxury. As such, this created quite an unusual setting for Team Spirit players every time they get the opportunity to face their fellow teammate in a pub match. Illya “Yatoro” Mulyarchuk (Image credit: The International 12)…
Get ready for an exciting new Fortnite event on the horizon! Building off of leaks and a new in-game timer, it looks like a full crossover event with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is on its way. This event will carry us through the end of Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 and promises to bring a whole new level of excitement to the game. Players logging into the game after the latest update were greeted with a surprise – a new tab on the home page. Similar to past events, this tab hints at a new event pass and appears to…
Microsoft If you’re eager to get your hands on the Microsoft Surface Pro 10, you may want to consider the current deal at Best Buy for the Microsoft Surface Pro 9. For a limited time, you can save $440 on the 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, and Surface Pro Keyboard bundle, bringing the price down to $1,100 from the original $1,540. Don’t wait too long though, as this offer could expire soon. If you’re interested, take advantage of the deal while it lasts! Why the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is a worthwhile investment The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 boasts reliable performance…
Devolver’s CEO, Douglas Morin, is stepping down from his role and will be replaced by original co-founder Harry Miller. Miller co-founded Devolver in 2009 alongside Rick Stults, Graeme Struther, Nigel Lowrie, and Mike Wilson. Meanwhile, Miller will be leaving his executive chairman position to take on the role of CEO that he previously held before Morin’s appointment. Before joining Devolver, Miller led Ritual Entertainment and held senior roles at Gathering of Developers, Gamecock Media, and En-Tranz Entertainment. Furthermore, Graeme Struther, COO and co-founder of Devolver, will now be joining the company’s board, and Kate Marsh will be stepping up to…
The user acquisition company Gamelight has released exclusive data and insights on the state of mobile gaming in 2023. Their Mobile Gaming Index by Gamelight: Most Played Games in 2023 analysis stands out because it uses an AI algorithm to analyze user behavior and playing patterns, providing playtime per active user in each gaming vertical and region. This sheds light on who’s playing what and where. The resulting statistics reveal not just the most downloaded or highest-earning games, but rather which games are keeping their players engaged the most, maximizing both joy and potential monetization opportunities. The analysis includes playtime…
The recently launched OnePlus 12 is an Android-based smartphone that features a large, high-quality 6.82-inch display with a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s an impressive screen that you’ll want to keep in top condition. If you have opted to purchase this phone, then investing in a protective case for it is a wise decision. While the current market offers limited options, there are a few OnePlus 12 cases that we highly recommend. Here are our top picks for the best cases available: Show 4 more items Poetic Revolution The best all-in-one OnePlus 12 case Editors’ Recommendations